Aren't Asians All Alike?

Lung cancer is the #1 cause of death for Asian Americans. Yet 50% of Asian American women diagnosed with lung cancer have never smoked. While lung cancer rates are declining in all other groups, they’re rising among Asian American non-smokers—up 2% each year.

Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders continue to be overlooked across industries, including healthcare. We're underrepresented in research, invisibl...

In this excerpt from my speech, I pull back the curtain on what it feels like to navigate corporate, community and social spaces while carrying the invisible weight of anti-Asian hate. In the wake of anti-Asian violence and rising invisibility, I spoke up—and fell upon deaf ears. My white friends didn’t show up. Instead, I encountered gaslighting and deadly silence.

This is my story of choosing truth over tolerance, clarity over com...

With all the different calendar systems around the world, you can celebrate New Year's throughout the year. What is Lunar New Year? Did you know that Chinese New Year is lunisolar? This means it is based on both the moon and the sun.

Besides learning about other cultures, by listening to this episode, you can see an example of how a shopping mall benefits from being Asian-inclusive. They profit by reflecting their populat...

Have you as an attendee ever felt not welcome at a meeting? Felt like an outsider because no one talked to you. No one looks like you. No one speaks your language. 

With ever-increasing global and diverse audiences that bring different backgrounds and perspectives, how does the attendee make the decision to attend?

The success of our events will be influenced by inclusion and engagement. Meeting and event designers, facilities, and...

This episode briefly shows you a window into the Asian American Experience, challenging the deep-seated stereotypes and misunderstandings that pervade American society. From the widespread ignorance of the community’s diverse origins and cultures to the damaging media portrayals that cast Asians as perpetual foreigners, the podcast explores the real-world consequences of these stereotypes. Additionally, it addresses the troubling r...

Today we're discussing why your company should join in on celebrating May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Here's what we'll cover:

• What does your organization have to gain by recognizing this month?
• What is the origin of this heritage month
• Who cares?
• How to honor this month properly.
• Tips on what to do and what not to do.
• Advice on improving plans that might n...

Today, we're talking about Expressions of Hate, focusing on the recent fires at the Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple. My cousin shared news of two fires, and it's alarming how many of these incidents target Asians. The fires at the temple aren't just physical damage; they erase chunks of history. Let's talk about that impact on Japanese Americans in Seattle.

We will end on a positive note with "Little Things ...

Culture Bite, a taste of culture! Today, we're exploring Japanese New Year, the highlight of the year. Picture the enticing aroma of osechi-ryori, mochi making, and the promise of a fresh start in the new year.

My family celebrates this tradition here in America. It makes me ponder the pressures to conform and assimilate, often leaving one's cultural roots behind. Why don't I know more about my Japanese culture? Let'...